National Symbols of Nepal

The
national insignias are in a way theme of a particular nation. These are
the symbols and things that the inhabitant of that nation respect and
want to be respected. In a way, these symbols are attached with the
conscience of the citizens of that nation.

National Flag of Nepal
The national flag of Nepal is distinct in itself. First of all, it is
not rectangular as the flags of other countries are. Then again it is
not a single banner but a combination of two banners. It has a red with
a blue border around the unique shape of two overlapping right
triangles. The smaller, upper triangle bears a white stylized moon and
the larger lower triangle bears a white 12-pointed sun. Both these
triangles bear the signs of two ruling dynasties respectively.

National Emblem of Nepal
The national emblem of Nepal consists of the Rhododendron flower
followed by a white cow. In the left are a green Pheasant and two Gorkha
soldiers. One of the soldiers is carrying a Khukri, a bow, and an arrow
and the other has a modern rifle. In the background are the various
peaks of the Himalayas Mountain. It also has the moon and the sun, both
with faces showing caste marks. In the foreground are two crossed
Nepalese Flags and Khukri, the footprints of Gorakhnath, the guardian
deity of the Gorkhas, wearing the royal headdress. At the base of the
design a red scroll carries the national motto in Sanskrit " Janani
janmabhumis cha, swarga tapi gariyase" (The mother and the
motherland are both dearer than heaven).

National Bird and Animal of Nepal
National bird and animal of Nepal are Lophophoros and Cow respectively.
These creatures are the most revered in the entire Kingdom of Nepal. The
cow being the thing of reverence in Hinduism has a special place in the
heart of the Nepalese. Therefore forget beef till the time you are in
Nepal. Don't mention it and never ever ask for it.